Distraction can be a major issue, especially for busy real estate agents who are already struggling with a limited amount of “desk time”. To add to the struggle, most of us are dealing with short attention spans, aggravated by today’s fast-paced, technology-driven lifestyle. Thanks to constant pop-ups, dings and buzzes, combatting the urge to constantly multi-task is a daily battle. Today, we’re going introduce you to several tools you can use to make the most of your desk time, keep you on track and stay focused on your work.

Productivity tools fall into 3 main categories:

Time Management Tools:

Dedicating a finite, uninterrupted amount of time to completing a specific task can dramatically increase your productivity. The Pomodoro Technique is a popular time management method – where you break your day down into 15 minute sections and dedicate each block of time to a specific task. If you struggle with time management, consider using these tools to stay focused on the task at hand:

Cost: Free to $5 per user per monthBenefits: Super simple timer + task list to keep you on track and help you plan out your day

Task Management Tools:

If you’re not crazy about the idea of getting so granular with your time management or if you feel like you’ve got a good handle on your schedule but could use some help with your organization, a solid project management platform is the tool for you. There are a bunch of options out there – here are two of my top picks: